American League of Lobbyists - Lobbying Certificate Program

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Lobbying Certificate Program

Overview

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The ALL Lobbying Certificate Program (LCP) was established in January 2006 to fill a void in the lobbying profession and to set a new standard of expertise for future lobbyists. To survive, much less succeed, in Washington's complex political environment, a lobbyist must have not only an in-depth knowledge of legislative and political processes, but also a comprehensive understanding of the rules and regulations governing lobbying. Until the advent of this program, training was at best fragmented and at worst, nonexistent.

The LCP brings together all the elements essential to successful lobbying. Experts from a wide variety of backgrounds conduct the 15 individual sessions which together comprise the certificate. The program is designed to appeal to both experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of certain elements, as well as newcomers to the field who need a broad educational experience. Sessions may be taken on an individual basis or in preparation for earning the entire certificate. Those seeking the final certificate need a total of 11 sessions including the five core, required sessions (marked with an asterisk* below).

All sessions are held in Washington, D.C. but are also offered by teleconference for individuals living or working outside the metro area.

This program could not have been launched without the financial support of several individuals and organization that were convinced of its value. Therefore, we offer our thanks to the following for their generous support:

Over 500 individuals have attended various LCP sessions so far, demonstrating the need for and value of the program. To date, 23 lobbyists have completed the full requirements and been awarded the Professional Lobbying Certificate (PLC):

Robin Angle, Capital Partnerships (VA), Inc. (2006)
Ken Butler, Capital Partnerships (VA) Inc. (2006)
Christopher Cap, Pennsylvania State Assn. of Boroughs (2007)
Anthony Chavez, Social Security Administration (2007)
Laura Dennis, Dennis & Associates (2006)
John Gifft, Rockwell Collins, Inc. (2006)
Peter Grollman, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2006)
James Hickey, Day & Zimmermann (2007)
Dorothy Jackson, American Gaming Association (2007)
Amanda Kadilak, Capital Partnerships (VA), Inc. (2006)
Ellen Kuo, The Babcock & Wilcox Companies (2007)
Heather MacIntosh, Preservation Action (2007)
Wayne McOwen, GUARD Financial Group (2006)
Thomas J. O'Connor, Security Industry Association
Paul A. Miller, Miller/Wenhold Capitol Strategies, LLC (2006)
Paul Payette, Van Fleet Associates, Inc. (2007)
Eugene Roshkov, Kesarev Associates (2007)
Walt Sanders, Van Fleet Associates, Inc. (2007)
William Stiers, Balch & Bingham LLP (2007)
Townsend Van Fleet, Van Fleet Associates, Inc. (2007)
Kristin Watchorn, ASIS International (2007)
Paul W. Weida, Black and Veatch Corporation (2006)
Dave Wenhold, Miller/Wenhold Capitol Strategies, LLC (2007)

2008 Schedule

* Political Action Committees and Campaign Finance
Monday, January 28

Online Advocacy
Monday, February 25

Appropriations: Process and Implications
(Date pending)

* Lobbying Ethics Including Travel & Gift Rules
Monday, March 31

* Congressional Rules & Procedures
(This is a combined session which will be repeated in October)
Monday, April 28

* Lobbying Disclosure Act and FARA Requirements
Monday, May 19

Grassroots Lobbying and Coalition Building
Wednesday, June 4

Communicating with Congress, the Administration & the Media
Monday, June 9

Budget: Process and Implications
Monday, July 28

Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
Monday, July 14

Legislative Drafting
Monday, September 22

Executive Branch Lobbying
Monday, October 6

* Rules & Procedures
Monday, October 27

Government Contracting & the Regulatory Process
Monday, November 10

The Lobbying Business – Starting and Running a Lobby Shop
Monday, December 8

Registration

Electronic registration will be available shortly. Click here to register for any or all sessions.

For questions or comments, contact Patti Jo Baber at 703-960-3011 or baber@alldc.org.